Proximity sensors handle worst-case hazards
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Pepperl+Fuchs GB product story
Edited by the Engineeringtalk editorial team
Jun 2, 2003
A new range of ATEX-certified proximity sensors is approved for use in potentially explosive atmospheres in accordance with the new European ATEX directive.
Pepperl+Fuchs has a new range of ATEX-certified proximity sensors for use in potentially explosive atmospheres in accordance with the new European ATEX directive 94/9/EC which comes into force on 1st July 2003.
Pepperl+Fuchs is able to offer a full range of intrinsically safe sensors which comply with the new requirements.
The sensors are certified for installation in Zone 0, Zone 1 and Zone 2 hazardous areas and categorised Ex II 1 G EEx ia IIC T6, making them suitable for use in the worst case hazardous area scenario.
As well as intrinsic safety certification, dust approvals for these proximity sensors are also imminent.
This new family of Namur sensors has been developed using an innovative technique described as a triggered output.
Along with other advantages such as fixed hysteresis, this triggered output feature incorporates an LED indicator on the sensor to enable field monitoring of sensor status.
Pepperl+Fuchs sensors are available in a wide variety of cylindrical, slot, ring, block style and dual-valve position forms.
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